Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Pretty exciting stuff. We've offered traditional hot foil stamping for the last couple years, but it has several limitations. No gradients, no half-tones, occasionally inaccurate registrations and it's much more expensive to produce based on the # of colors.

With traditional hot foil stamping you are charged per foil color, per side. With our amazing new inline cold foiling process we can produce unlimited foil colors at no extra charge!

Inline Cold Foiling gives you a wide range of CMYK colors with a sparkling foil finish and an ideal reflection that is priced to give you a true competitive advantage. State-of-the-art features allow you to produce large solid areas as well as reversed out areas of foil. You can produce foiled half tones, gradients and have multiple colors in foil on the same design. The design possibilities are endless.

What is COLD FOIL?This NEW full color foil printing process allows you to add metallic, foil effect to any part of the card! We print using CMYK full color process over the foil paper to create the ultimate business card with multi-color metallic qualities.

Very cool. There are so many limitations with hot foil stamping, this new cold foil process opens up so many new possibilities.

Friday, July 29, 2011

This lenticular business card showcases before and after images for a laser skin & hair clinic. It is an extremely effective marketing piece, full color offset printed for maximum impact. A simple turn of the wrist flips from one image to the next. Our lenticular cards are available now at a fantastic pricepoint.

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

This metal business card features an eye-catching, custom die-cut logo. The sliver crescent moon is very precise but we are able to expertly die cut almost anything.

Our sophisticated metal cards are printed on real copper with your choice of silver or gold finish. The sleek, brushed metal finish further delineates the background from the text and logo brilliantly. A splash of red adds even more excitement & flair to this stellar design.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

This classy, stylish business card design was created for a chic hair salon in Tampa, FL.Elements of the salon's website were incorporated into the look. We also included professional photos of real salon clients for a personalized, custom flair. We designed and printed business cards for each stylist & staff member as well as the general salon appointment cards.

Sunday, July 10, 2011

These plastic business cards are all about the flash and the flair.The Millionaire Logo & the CEO's name feature a shiny bling effect and the Playboy and MTV logos are embellished with silver metallic foil. Showstopper!

Saturday, July 9, 2011

This business card design employs a simple script font for the company name and a "Blind Spot UV" process for the feminine flourishes. Blind spot UV means there is no actual printing in these areas, they are highlighted strictly with UV gloss. Simple, elegant, smashing. This card announces itself with professionalism and style.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

This incredibly attractive metal business card features a streamlined custom die cut. The logo is spot printed on metal, creating a smooth look contrasting the mottled background texture. The back side of the card is all smooth, printed with black & gray spot inks. It also features a unique QR code for easy scanning by barcode readers or cellphones.Classy, sophisticated and progressive, these metal cards make a permanent impression.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

This flashy design is quite fitting: it was created for a Swarovski Crystal cell phone accessory website. This "bling" business required an elaborate business card. Our unique Bling Business Cards were a perfect choice, adding a glittery effect to their business cards. Bling Glitter Dusting is Spot UV processed twice. We Spot UV, then add glitter, and lastly add another layer of Spot UV. Bling Glitter also has a raised effect.

Monday, June 27, 2011

Fantastic corporate look with a contemporary twist, this card is a popular choice with real estate agents for obvious reasons. Red, black & gold are classic corporate colors and the stylish "swoosh effect" brings a touch of panache to the design. A gorgeous head shot of the realtor is elegantly watermarked behind the red and black curves. The back directs potential clients to the realtor's website.

Saturday, June 25, 2011

These are custom business cards we designed for Mind & Body Reiki.The attractive, flowing logo on the front of the card is accentuated with red hot foil. We accented the stylish flourish on the back with real orange foil stamping. The shiny metallic foils are offset against a matte silky texture stock for a touch of class. Using a super-thick 16pt card stock, your cards will definitely stand out from the crowd.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Our new site, cuttingedgeprint.com, is targeting those customers who prefer to design their own printing, using fast, pre-made templates.

Cutting Edge Print is in direct competition with today’s popular online template printing companies, including vistaprint, psprint, 123print, gotprint, psprint, overnightprints & 48hourprint. What sets us apart is the same extremely high quality printed products you’ve come to expect from our custom site, but now at an even more affordable pricepoint.

Unlike many other online DIY printers who sell cheap, flimsy card stocks, we offer your choice of premium, thick, glossy full color offset printing on 14pt or 16pt card stocks for business cards, plastic cards, metal cards, stickers, magnets, postcards, door hangers, bookmarks and presentation folders. Brochures, sell sheets and posters are printed on 100lb book. Letterhead & envelopes are printed on premium bright white heavy bond 70lb paper. Plastic cards are printed on 30 mil PVC plastic. We offer absolutely the highest quality printed materials at the most affordable prices online!How do I set up files for printing?
Here's a video that explains how to design your own business cards online.

Our DIY templates make things easy for you and are already set up to print-quality. If you prefer designing your own cards and wish to upload them, please use one of our design templates. All files must be high-resolution (minimum 300dpi), in CMYK mode with 3/16" bleed.

What if I don't see any templates I like? Do you have designers who can create a custom card?
Absolutely. We design cards & marketing materials 100% custom every single day. Please visit our original custom site to get started.

How long will my cards take to print?
We have one of the fastest turnaround times in the business with most products shipping in 48 hours. Overnight printing is available for most products at an additional charge. We have extremely fast shipping to the United States & Canada with 6 printing locations across the country.

Discount printing is a smart choice in our tough economy. But cheaper prices don’t mean we skimp on the quality. Our inexpensive, value-priced cards are still produced on thick 16pt card stock with your choice of UV glossy coating or matte finish. You can also add rounded corners for a minimal charge. Get a premium look at an extremely affordable price. In addition, our online template printing ship just as fast (or faster) than our custom orders. Because we skip over the time-consuming design process, your cards or marketing materials will be produced & shipped even more quickly. Most orders ship in 48 hours, or choose overnight printing/shipping options for even faster turnarounds.

Thursday, June 2, 2011

This client is the fire chief at the Vandenberg Fire Department @ Vandenberg AFB in CA.He wanted a business card design that was big, bold, flashy and directly demonstrates all thedanger, drama and excitementof being a fireman. We designed the card using actual video footage of a fireball blasting forth towards the viewer. We exported the footage to individual frames and re-animated them to create this unique and dynamic lenticular piece.

So Why Postcards?

Postcards are one of the most versatile & underrated marketing pieces available. They can be used as a hand-out flyer or a direct mail piece. 4x6" mailers have the most affordable postage rates and generate "heat" and countless sales leads.

So when you have that one chance to make a first impression, will you go cheap & generic or win new customers with that "wow factor"?

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Classic Scene. But now we're taking business cards to a whole new level. Just take a look at one of our latest metal business card creations, printed on real copper with a silver finish.

Custom Metal Business Card

This masterpiece was created for Ricman Manufacturing, a machining company based in the Bay Area. These gears are actually die-cut with "safe rounded corners" using cutting edge laser etching. Lasers, man!

Note the highly reflective, shiny metal service. Very sexy.

Silver Reflective Metal Card

The gear theme extends to the back of the card for continuity and a touch of class.

Our 100% custom, cool & affordable metal business cards are now available for purchase. Take your brand identity to the next level!

Monday, May 30, 2011

Cool, elegant, attractive business card with hot foil stamping in gold around "The Venue" logo.Gorgeous flourishes are highlighted using our Spot Gloss UV Coating. This card uses an innovative technique called Blind Spot UV where there's no actual printing, all flourishes are accented in gloss. The contrast between the gloss & matte finish on the card is simply stunning.

How many business cards have you disposed of in the past year? Hundreds? Thousands?

But every once in awhile, you see a card that demands your attention.

So how can you produce a business card that exemplifies excellence and professionalism? It often takes a bit of research. In this lens, I will attempt to explain the different types of specialty printing now available to your business. I will also provide direct sources for specialty printing to save you the time and effort involved in creating a business card masterpiece.

A thick business card gives the impression of strength and longevity. This is a representation of your company. You can also say a flimsy card symbolizes a weak, impermanent or fly-by-night business.

Personally, I always recommend a 14pt stock or preferably a 16pt card stock. The price difference between a cheap 100lb or 10pt stock and a much heavier 16pt stock is negligible, but the difference in feel and marketing value is immeasurable.

30mil Plastic Cards are also an amazing investment, but a bit more costly. These extremely heavy, durable plastics offer the same thickness as a credit card and many similar options are available, such as magnetic stripes, barcoding, signature panels, variable data, scratch-offs with pin numbering, embossed sequential numbering and holographic foils. Many marketers are willing to justify the added expense for a truly impressive credit card style thickness.

Types of Unique Business Cards

So now that we've examined the benefits of premium business cards, let's take a moment to look at the different types of specialty business cards available:

The Future of Business Cards is NOW.

Professional marketers are always looking for new ways to stand apart from the plain, the mundane and the boring. Nondescript, one-color business cards & flyers are quickly going the way of the Dodo Bird. From foils to plastics to metals, printing is moving into the 21st century.

Making premium, specialty printing a part of your marketing plan is a wise decision.